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FHZ 8546

2001 Volkswagen Golf S TDI

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jan 2027
Tests11 (7 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

316,331 mi
Last recorded316,331 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2026
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFHZ 8546
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf S TDI
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

7 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2026 316,331 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2025 316,180 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2024 315,771 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2024 315,666 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 313,341 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2022 313,267 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 305,082 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 281,863 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2018 259,594 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2017 240,453 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2017 240,416 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf S TDI?

Based on 14,095 MOT tests across 2,703 vehicles.

82.6%
Pass Rate
8,387
Miles/Year
2,703
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1
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FHZ 8546 is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf S TDI in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf S TDI fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 1 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FHZ 8546, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FHZ 8546?

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What year was FHZ 8546 registered?

FHZ 8546 is a 2001 Volkswagen Golf S TDI, first registered on 10 July 2001.

Is FHZ 8546 safe to buy?

The MOT history for FHZ 8546 shows 11 tests with a 63.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FHZ 8546 have outstanding finance?

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